A404(M) J9B Maidenhead Thicket Interchange

Layout and signage

Twyford
Reading
Maidenhead
A4
Marlow
High Wycombe
Oxford (M40 Link)
A404
 






A4
   






A4
  N/A

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs Start of motorway regulations

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